Description
A delightful and healthy dish that combines omega-3 fatty acids from salmon with the nutritional power of quinoa and fresh spinach.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets, approximately 170 grams each
- 240 millilitres cooked quinoa
- 60 grams fresh baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Set a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Brush salmon fillets with half of the lemon herb mixture.
- Place salmon on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until cooked through and lightly charred.
- Toss cooked quinoa with fresh spinach and the remaining lemon herb dressing.
- Serve the quinoa and spinach mixture on plates, topped with grilled salmon and extra lemon if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, use fresh herbs and avoid overcooking the salmon. Add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes for enhanced nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg